F902S, F902H, F1302H, F1802V BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER

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1 Accessories HOLD DOWN KIT To secure blower for transportation on trailer floors. Patent #6,253,416 and other patents pending F902S, F902H, F1302H, F1802V BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER Owner's Manual SOLID FRONT TIRE Solid flat-free front tire. PARKING BRAKE Effective and Easy to use to prevent blower from rolling. CASTER KIT For greater maneuverability on hard surfaces. P/N P/N P/N P/N

2 ABOUT THIS MANUAL THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT FORCE Blower. Your new machine has been carefully designed and manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating and maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your FORCE Blower in top running order. Read this manual carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment. CONTENTS SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3 GENERAL SAFETY 4-5 SOUND AND VIBRATION 6 INSTRUCTION LABELS 7 PACKING CHECKLIST 8 ASSEMBLY 9 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 13 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 14 PARTS LIST 15 MAINTENANCE RECORD 16 2

3 SERIAL PLATE DATA Record the model number, serial number, date of purchase, and where purchased. Purchase Date: Purchased From: Specifications F902S F902H F1302H F1802V Engine: HP 9.0 HP (6.6kW) 9.0 HP (6.6kW) 13.0 HP (9.6kW) 18 HP (13.42kW) Engine: Model EX270D50021 GX270K1QA2 GX390K1QAA E9 Engine: Type SUBARU OHC HONDA OHV HONDA OHV B & S VANGUARD Engine: Fuel Capacity 6.4 qt. (6.1L) 6.3 qt. (6.0L) 6.5 qt. (6.1L) 9 qt. (8.52L) Engine: Oil Capacity 1.05 qt. (1.0L) 1.16 qt. (1.1L) 1.16 qt. (1.1L) 1.75 qt. (1.66L) Total Unit Weight: 138 # (62.6Kg) 143 # (64.8Kg) 160 # (72.6Kg) 179 # (81.2Kg) Overall Length: 58"(1.43m) 58"(1.43m) 58"(1.43m) 58"(1.43m) Overall Width (0.74m) (0.74m) (0.74m) (0.74m) Overall Height 45" (1.14m) 45" (1.14m) 45" (1.14m) 45" (1.14m) In compliance with 2000/14/EEC standards rpm 3660 rpm 3640 rpm 117dB(a) Sound at Operator s ears 3340 rpm 3660 rpm 3640 rpm 97dB(a) Vibration at operator position.96 g (9.44 m/s 2 ) 1.05 g (10.30 m/s 2 ).81 g (7.96 m/s 2 ) 1.2 g (11.9 m/s 2 ) 3

4 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and SYMBOLS The safety symbols shown below are used throughout this manual. You should become familiar with them before assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment. This symbol indicates important information that will prevent injury to yourself or others. This symbol indicates ear protection is recommended when operating this equipment. This symbol indicates eye protection is recommended when operating this equipment. This symbol indicates gloves should be worn when servicing this equipment. This symbol indicates that this manual and the engine manufacturer s manual should be read carefully before assembling, operation, or servicing this equipment. This symbol indicates important information that will prevent damage to your BILLY GOAT FORCE Blower. This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this equipment. Read and make sure you thoroughly understand the following safety precautions before assembling, operating or servicing this equipment: READ this manual and the engine manufacturer s manual carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment. EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment. EYE PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment. BREATHING PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment. EXHAUST from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. DO NOT operate this equipment on any unimproved forested, brushy, or grass covered land unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler as required by Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code. The arrester must be maintained in good working order. Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and possibly fatal poison. 4

5 DO NOT run this equipment indoors or in any poorly ventilated area. Refueling outdoors is recommended. DO NOT refuel this equipment while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at least two minutes before refueling. DO NOT store gasoline near an open flame. DO NOT remove gas cap while engine is running. DO NOT start or operate engine if strong odor of gasoline is present. DO NOT start or operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move equipment away from spill until gasoline has completely evaporated. DO NOT smoke while filling the fuel tank. DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug wire removed. Use an approved spark tester. DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. Inspect muffler periodically and replace if necessary. If equipped with muffler deflector, inspect deflector periodically and replace if necessary. DO NOT operate engine with grass, leaves or other combustible material near the muffler. DO NOT touch muffler, cylinder, or cooling fins when hot. Contact with hot surfaces may cause severe burns. DO NOT leave equipment unattended while in operation. DO NOT park equipment on a steep grade or slope. DO NOT operate equipment with bystanders in or near the work area. DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment. DO NOT operate equipment with guards removed. DO NOT operate equipment near hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive materials. DO NOT operate equipment on slopes greater than specified in Specifications section of this manual. ALWAYS remove spark plug wire when servicing equipment to prevent accidental starting. ALWAYS check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary. ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from moving or rotating parts. ALWAYS store fuel in approved safety containers. WARNING: Important Do not run this machine without director cone attached or with improper air director cone. DO NOT run this machine with a cracked or damaged impeller under any circumstances. 5

6 SOUND 117 db SOUND LEVEL 97 Db(a) at Operators Position Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, as well as ISO 11094, and were performed on under the conditions listed below. Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model covered in this manual. Please refer to serial plate on the unit for the sound power level for your model. General Conditions: Sunny Temperature: 40.4 o F (4.7 o C) Wind Speed: 6.1 mph (9.9kph) Wind Direction: Southwest Humidity: 93.6% Barometric Pressure: 30Hg (101.85kpa) VIBRATION DATA VIBRATION LEVEL 1.2g (11.9m/s 2 ) Vibration levels at the operator s handles were measured in the vertical, lateral and longitudinal directions using calibrated vibration test equipment. Tests were performed on under the conditions listed below. General Conditions: Sunny Temperature: 57.2 o F (14.3 o C) Wind Speed: 11.8 mph (19.1kph) Wind Direction: South Humidity: 46.4% Barometric Pressure: 30.1Hg (101.96kpa) INTENDED USE This machine is designed for cleaning outdoor surfaces, where the debris can be effectively blown into a consolidated area for convenient pickup and removal. DO NOT OPERATE IF EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OCCURS. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for damaged or worn impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller key, loose engine or debris stuck in fan or housing. To remove debris from impeller see the trouble shooting section on page 13. Note: See parts list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. 6

7 INSTRUCTION LABELS The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT FORCE Blower. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them before operating this equipment. Item numbers from the Illustrated Parts List and part numbers are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown. LABEL SPARK ARRESTOR P/N LABEL READ OWNERS MANUAL LABEL EAR EYE BREATHING DANGER FLYING DEBRIS ITEM #44 P/N ITEM# 45 P/N ITEM # 46 P/N START LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL ITEM # 43 P/N ITEM # 42 P/N STOP ENGINE LABELS HONDA SUBARU READ OWNER S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION. LIRE LE MANUEL D UTILISATEUR AVANT USAGE. VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGHT BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG DURCHLESEN. NO UTILIZAR SINANTES NO HABER LEIDO EL MANUAL HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. MADE IN JAPAN OIL ALERT WHEN OIL LEVELLOW, ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY. BRIGGS AND STRATTON VANGUARD 7

8 PACKING CHECKLIST These items should be included in your carton. If any of these parts are missing, contact your dealer. Your BILLY GOAT FORCE Blower was shipped in one carton, completely assembled except for the Upper Handle Assembly and Front Diverter. Mounting hardware for the Upper Handle Assembly can be found in the parts bag. READ all safety instructions before assembling unit. TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box the Handle Assembly is attached to the unit by cables. PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY Warranty card P/N , Owner s Manual P/N , Declaration of Conformity P/N , Handle Hardware-Items #10, #11, #74, #71 and #36 Boxing Parts Checklist Front Air Diverter (For F902S, F902H, and F1302H models only) Item#38 P/N Handle Upper Assembly Item #30 P/N Parts Bag & Literature Assy P/N Honda 9 or 13 hp Subaru 9 hp B & S Vanguard 18 hp 8

9 ASSEMBLY 1.Follow the steps in figures A and B, then securely tighten all hardware shown. 2.Connect spark plug wire. Figure A The hardware for attaching the upper handle to the lower is in the parts bag. Install upper handle (item 30), to preassembled lower handle (item 28) by sliding the upper over and down the outside of the lower handle. Using bolt (items #36 and 71), washers (item #10) & lock nut (item #11) to install upper handle to lower handle. Note: The Pigtail bolt should go on the side that the pull start is on and the open end should be facing down. Finish installing the other side of the upper handle assembly using screw and lock nut provided. Figure B The throttle control will be attached to the throttle arm on the engine and wrapped around the engine for shipping. Unwrap and secure throttle control (item #31) to upper handle with screws (item #17). Screws will already be mounted in handle, simply remove and use to mount the throttle control securing the cable with two Ty-wraps. The Aim-and-Shoot TM is not attached, you will need to unroll the cable and attach the ball end to the lever and seat the cable end into the hole on the saddle clamp, with the cable running through the slot. To keep the cable from being damaged use three ty-wraps (item 74) to secure it to the handle as shown making sure that the cable is not rubbing against the tire. Note: the cable should be seated properly in the saddle and should follow the contours of the handle. Good routing Bad routing Two ½ open ended wrenches One 5/16 open ended wrench 9

10 OPERATION Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine. Inspect machine work area and machine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety. PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING STARTING ENGINE: See engine manufacturer s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be level when checking and filling oil and gasoline. FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position (when provided on engine). STOP SWITCH: Located on the engine. "ON" position. CHOKE: Operated with choke lever on side of engine. THROTTLE: Controlled by throttle lever on the handle. Move remote throttle control to fast position. Pull starting rope to start engine. ENGINE SPEED: Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to accomplish your current cleaning task. IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START: See Troubleshooting on page 13. HANDLING & TRANSPORTING: Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the handle and handle brace. Secure in place during transportation. See specifications on page 3 for unit weight. Do not use the front grill as an anchor point when securing the unit for transport. Never lift the machine while the engine is running. BLOWING OPERATION Your Billy Goat Force blower is equipped with an air director cone and the patented Aim-N-Shoot TM control lever to allow the operator to direct the air stream up or down as required to assist in moving debris. This feature is extremely useful when debris has piled up to the point that it cannot be blown any farther. The air stream can be directed upward to blow the top of the debris pile over and allow the operator to continue moving more debris farther. 10

11 ADJUSTING AIR DIRECTOR To adjust air direction, squeeze Aim-N-Shoot TM control lever. When you want to blow debris at the same angle for an extended period, choose a suitable position and use the finger controlled push button lock to lock the cone in position. For operations that do not require the use of the Aim-N-Shoot TM feature the manual adjustment knob, pictured below, can be used to permanently lock the cone into position. NOTE: be sure to release the knob when returning to using the Aim- N-Shoot TM. DO NOT position director cone to where it will blow debris towards people, vehicles or other objects in vicinity. Flying debris may damage, harm, or cause injury to people or objects in air flow range. Manual Adjustment knob FRONT DIVERTER POSITIONING (F9 and F13 models only) The removable front diverter adapter can be slipped inside the cone to direct the air stream forward. First turn off engine, and then simply collapse the fold in the larger opening of the diverter and slide inside the cone and allow it to expand. Then position to the desired angle by rotating the diverter. This option is extremely useful for cleaning out long cracks in pavement or for cleaning under bushes, building overhangs or along curbs. WARNING: Unit will be more difficult to control due to the air exiting the unit. Keep hands on the unit at all times when using the front diverter. Please note that the Aim-N-Shoot TM feature will not function when the Front Diverter is installed. Squeeze and fold here Front diverter 11

12 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals: Maintenance Operation Every Use Daily or Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every Hours Inspect for worn or damaged parts. Check for excessive vibration Inspect Impeller for cracks or damage Inspect for loose parts. IMPELLER REMOVAL 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Remove housing front cover, by removing (11) bolts and nuts, items #13 & #14, around outside of front cover. 3. Remove impeller bolt (item #35), lock washer (item #86) and washer (item #34). 4. DO NOT pry on impeller. Pull on center hub area only of impeller. Using a penetrating oil can help loosen a stuck impeller. 5. Reinstall new impeller in reverse order of removal. 6. Tighten impeller bolt. Torque impeller bolt (see parts list on page 15 for proper impeller bolt torque specifications). TIRE AIR PRESSURE Check at regular intervals and maintain. Front Tires - 24 Psi (165 kpa). Rear Tires - 20 Psi (137 kpa). STORAGE Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas with fuel in tank, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light, as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, prepare as follows: Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine. Drain fuel outdoors, into an approved container, away from open flame. Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine runs out of gasoline. Fuel stabilizer (such as Sta-Bil TM ) is an acceptable alternative for minimizing the formation of gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in storage container or fuel tank. Follow stabilizer manufacturer s instructions to determine proper mix ratio. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor. 12

13 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Abnormal vibration. Loose or out of balance impeller. Check impeller and replace if required. Debris in impeller. Clear debris with compressed air or a backpack blower (see below pictures).* Loose engine. Check engine. Engine will not start. Engine not in full choke position. Check choke position. Out of gasoline or bad, old gasoline. Check gasoline. Spark Plug wire disconnected. Connect spark plug wire. Gas valve off. Turn on gas valve. Dirty air cleaner. Clean or replace air cleaner. Contact a qualified service person. Engine is locked, will not pull over. Engine problem. Contact an engine servicing dealer for engine problems. Aim-N-Shoot TM lever sticking Debris stuck around cone Clean debis Cone adjustment knob too tight Apply silicone based lubricant to Adaptor mount nut (item 38) too pivot points tight Loosen manual adjustment knob Loosen nut *Using compressed air, or a Backpack blower, you can loosen or free debris easily from the impeller and housing, which can cause wear and tear on the machine. You can manually remove debris by taking off the front housing. Note: Always disconnect the sparkplug when servicing. When servicing engine refer to specific manufacturers engine owner's manual. Engine warranty is covered by the specific engine manufacturer. If your engine requires warranty or other repair work contact your local servicing engine dealer. When contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea to have your engine model number available for reference (See table page 3). If you cannot locate a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturers national service organization. To reach: American Honda: Briggs and Stratton: Subaru America: WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURE Should a BILLY GOAT machine fail due to a defect in material and/or workmanship, the owner should make a warranty claim as follows: The machine must be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized Servicing BILLY GOAT Dealer. The owner must present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration Card, or, if this is not available, the invoice or receipt. The Warranty Claim will be completed by the authorized BILLY GOAT Dealer and submitted to their respective BILLY GOAT Distributor for their territory Attention: Service Manager. Any parts replaced under warranty must be tagged and retained for 90 days. The model number and serial number of the unit must be stated in the Warranty Claim. The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for consideration. The Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT will study the claim and may request parts to be returned for examination. BILLY GOAT will notify their conclusions to the distributor service manager from whom the claim was received. The decision by the Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT to approve or reject a Warranty Claim is final and binding. For online product registration go to 13

14 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 14

15 PARTS LIST F1302H F902H F902S F1802V ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. 1 ENGINE 13 HP HONDA GX ENGINE 9 HP HONDA GX ENGINE 9 HP HORZ SUBARU OHC ENGINE 18 VANGUARD BASE ENGINE WA FSP S S S S 1 3 SPACER RING ENGINE PLATE REINFORCE HOUSING HOUSING FRONT MOLDED HOUSING BACK MOLDED WASHER LOCK SCREW CAP 3/8-16X1 1/2 ZP SCREW CAP 3/8-16X 2" ZP ROD HAND STOP WASHER 5/16 FLATWASHER Z/P NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT 5/ SCREWCAP 5/16-18 X 1.75 ZP SCREWCAP 1/4-20 x 1 1/ NUT FLANGE 1/ WHEEL & TIRE 13" X 5" PNEUMATIC RING RETAINING 3/ SCREW SELF-TAP 5/16 NC X 3/4 HEX WHEEL ASSY 10 " PNEUMATIC SPACER FRONT AXLE SPACER LH WHEEL FRONT SPACER RH WHEEL FRONT SCREWCAP 1/2-13 x 9 1/2" WASHER FLAT 1/2" SAE WASHER W/BOLT WA KNOB 3/8-16 SOLID HUB WASHER 2.25 OD x.515 ID x.134 ZP P P P P 1 27 BRACKET HOLDER WA HANDLE LOWER NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT 1/ HANDLE UPPER CONTROL THROTTLE CABLE THROTTLE CONTROL NUT LOCK 3/8-16 LT WT THIN ZP WASHER 1.5 O.D.X 0.45 I.D. X SCREWCAP 3/8-24 X 2 3/4" GR. 8 (38 +/-2 ft-lbs.) SCREWCAP 7/16-20 X 2 3/4" GR.8 (60 +/-2 ft-lbs) SCREWCAP 3/8-24 X 4 GR.8 (38 +/-2 ft-lbs) SCREWCAP 5/16"-18 X 2" ZP DIRECTOR CONE 5" S DIRECTOR CONE 4" S S DIRECTOR CONE 6" S 1 38 DIVERTOR FRONT SCREW SM #10-24X1/2" DRILL POINT IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 17" IMPELLER SERVICE ASSY FORCE 18HP GRILL FRONT BLOWER S S S S 1 42 LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL LABEL HOT ENGINE LABEL READ LABEL EAR EYE BREATHING LABEL DANGER FLYING DEBRIS GRIP 1-1/4" ID x 13" LABEL FORCE HANDLE ASSY UPPER KEY 1/4" SQ x KEY 1/4" SQ x SCREWCAP 1/4-20 X 1" WASHER FLAT 1/ NUT LOCK 1/4"-20 HEX ZP HANDLE DIVERTER FORCE PIN LATCH DIVERTER SPRING COMPRESSION X RING RETAINING.122 DIA SADDLE UPPER DIVERTER PLATE LOCK DIVERTER SCREW PLASTITE #6-19 X 5/8"

16 F1301H F901H F901S F1801V ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. 61 SADDLE LOWER DIVERTER SCREW PLASTITE #10-14 X 1" PIN PIVOT DIVERTER CONTROL RING RETAINING 5/ CABLE ASSY DIVERTER PIVOT ADAPTOR SPRING EXTENSION X BRACKET DIVERTER FORCE PIN CLEVIS 1/4 X 3/ X 3/4" HITCH PIN CLIP EYEBOLT PIGTAIL 5/16"-18 X 1 1/4" ADAPTOR MOUNT WA GRIP 1-1/4" ID x 9.5" LONG TY-WRAP WASHER.765 ID X 1.25 OD X 0.6" FORCE WHEEL BEARING.751 ID GUARD MANIFOLD GUARD MUFFLER SPACER 1" ID X 2" OD X TK SPACER 1" ID X 2" OD X TK SCREW SELF TAP 1/4"-20 X 5/8" SPACER REAR WHEEL PUSH PLUG CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8"-16 X 2" ZP SPARK ARRESTOR LABEL WASHER LOCK 3/8 ST MED WASHER LOCK 7/16 ST MED SCREW PLASTITE 1/4"-10 X 3/4" HWH ZP SCREW SM 1/4 X 1" DRILL PT